Assistant Buyer
My client, a leading food distribution business, is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused professional to develop their career within a fast-paced FMCG environment, supporting product management, supplier relationships and commercial operations. Dublin based.
Package
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Salary €40-45k
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Bonus
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Hybrid Working
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Free Parking
Responsibilities of this Assistant Buyer job include:
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Create, maintain and update product codes across internal systems.
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Manage product pricing and implement price changes in line with agreed margin targets.
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Resolve pricing and product-related queries from customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
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Communicate pricing updates, product changes and commercial information to customers and sales teams.
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Maintain accurate product information across customer ordering portals and internal databases.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while identifying new sourcing opportunities.
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Support supplier negotiations to achieve competitive pricing and favourable commercial terms.
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Identify market gaps, category opportunities and new product opportunities to support business growth.
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Coordinate product samples, ensuring efficient tracking, logging and distribution.
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Maintain commercial databases, update currency files and support ERP system maintenance.
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Conduct system testing and assist with process improvements where required.
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Review margin reports to identify pricing discrepancies, margin erosion and profitability opportunities.
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Prepare monthly rebate reports, sample reports and ad hoc commercial reports.
Requirements of this Assistant Buyer job include:
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Minimum 2 years' experience in a Buying, Commercial, Procurement or similar role.
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Previous experience within FMCG, foodservice, wholesale or retail environments is desirable.
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Strong commercial acumen with a good understanding of pricing, margins and profitability.
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Experience managing supplier relationships and working with multiple stakeholders.
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Excellent analytical and numerical skills with strong attention to detail.
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
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Proficiency across the Microsoft Office suite.
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Experience working with ERP systems would be advantageous.
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Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to work.
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Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
Aoife Clarke is handling the recruitment for this role in complete confidentiality. Please upload your CV below and she will be in touch should you have the correct experience for the position. For more jobs like this, please visit the Excel Recruitment website or call 01 871 7613 for more information. Unfortunately, due to volume only suitable applicants can be contacted.
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